April Fool’s Day
April Fool's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world on the first day of April. The day is filled with practical jokes on friends, family members, and neighbors.
International Children’s Book Day
International Children's Book Day (ICBD) is celebrated annually on April 2nd, the birthday of Hans Christian Andersen, to inspire a love of reading and highlight the importance of children's literature. Organized by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) since 1967, the day promotes access to quality books for young readers worldwide. Each…
World Autism Awareness Day
World Autism Awareness Day is observed annually on April 2nd to raise awareness about autism and promote acceptance and inclusion of individuals with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
Qingming Festival, China
The Qingming Festival, also known as Tomb-Sweeping Day, is a traditional Chinese festival observed on April 4th or 5th each year. It is a time for families to honor their ancestors by cleaning gravesites, making offerings, and paying respects. The festival, which dates back over 2,500 years, also marks the arrival of spring, and many…
International Day of Sport for Development and Peace
The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace (IDSDP) is observed annually on to recognize the power of sports in promoting social change, peace, and development worldwide. Established by the United Nations in 2013, the day highlights how sports can foster inclusion, equality, and teamwork while addressing global challenges such as education, health, and conflict…
World Health Day
World Health Day is observed annually on April 7th to raise awareness of global health issues and promote well-being for all. Established by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948, the day highlights a specific health theme each year, addressing challenges such as mental health, universal healthcare, and disease prevention. Governments, organizations, and communities around…
Hana Matsuri, Japan
Hana Matsuri, or "Flower Festival," is a Japanese Buddhist celebration held annually on April 8 to commemorate the birth of Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha). Temples are decorated with flowers, symbolizing the…
Passover
Passover (or Pesach) is a major Jewish holiday that commemorates the Exodus of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. Celebrated for eight days (seven in Israel), Passover usually falls in March or April. The holiday begins with the Seder meal, a ritual dinner where families read the Haggadah, a book that tells the story…
Songkran Festival
Songkran, the Thai New Year, is celebrated annually from April 13th to 15th in Thailand. It is best known for its lively water fights, symbolizing purification and the washing away…
Vaisakhi
Vaisakhi, also known as Baisakhi, is a Sikh and Hindu festival celebrated annually on April 13th or 14th. It marks the Punjabi New Year and commemorates the founding of the Khalsa (the Sikh community) by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. For Sikhs, it is a day of spiritual significance, celebrated with prayers, processions (Nagar Kirtans),…